I was planning to search scratch and dent at the big box stores and facebook marketplace for gently used stainless.

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Had to replace the HVAC, Main Electrical Box, windows, Countertops, flooring, master bathroom remodel.

It's not really worth it for you to go to all the extra risk and time spent if you aren't getting more per night or at least what you would get without the platform commissions.

I'm just your average blue collar worker, I've spent the last 12 years being a heavy duty diesel mechanic.

I know because I did the same thing.I spent 3 years trying to get a brokerage off the ground. 

Money is most definitely needed nothing is free and time will be spent for sure I know that.

So I'm in my mid-20's and have spent time working in commercial real estate since college.

@Paul BloomfieldI use a PO Box as a mailing address.

You need to decide where you time is best spent.